Leonard Benedict "Tink" Farrell
April 20, 1922 ~ October 16, 2010
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, October 21, 2010 at 10:30 AM in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Compton, MD with Fr. Brian Sanderfoot officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 20, 2010 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be recited at 7:15 PM.
Leonard B. “Tink” Farrell, 88, of Compton, MD died on October 16, 2010 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD. Born April 20, 1922 in Morganza, MD he was the son of the late William Joseph and Edith Mabel Farrell. He was the loving husband of Mary E. “Betty’ Knight, whom he married on April 7, 1958 in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Compton, MD. He is also survived by his children; Lisa K. Jones (Jimmy) of Mechanicsville, MD and David L. Farrell of Compton, MD. In addition to his wife and children Tink is survived by his brother Arthur Farrell (Aggie) of Compton, MD and sisters; Louise Payne (Junior) of Compton, MD, Alice Rice of Loveville, MD and Mary Helen Farrell of Compton, MD. He was preceded in death by his siblings; Bernard Farrell, William J. “Bill” Farrell and Hattie Ryce. Tink was blessed with two grandsons; Tyler Jones and Travis Farrell, who were the highlights of his life. His occupations included being a farmer, slot machine mechanic, and carpenter. He retired after 24 years of government service at Patuxent River and Indian Head Naval Air Station. Fishing and hunting were life-long hobbies of Tinks that he enjoyed with his family and many friends. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 20, 2010 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be said at 7:15 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, October 21, 2010 at 10:30 AM in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Compton, MD with Fr. Brian Sanderfoot officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Church Cemetery, Bushwood, MD. Contributions in memory of Leonard B. “Tink” Farrell may be made to St. Francis Xavier Church Building Fund, 21370 Newtowne Neck Road, Compton, MD 20627, Leonardtown Vol. Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 299, Leonardtown, MD 20650 and/or the Seventh District Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 7, Avenue, MD 20609.
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“Betty and Lisa: We are so sorry for your loss. Tink will be missed by many. He is in a serene place and in no pain. Take care of each other now, and if there is anything I can do please call. Mary Agnes”
“Betty, David, Lisa: Tink was a wonderful man. And, a great neighbor. We are sorry to hear of his passing. Remember, we are just around the corner if you need anything. You are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Betty, so sorry to hear of Tinky’s passing. Isn’t it strange that we were talking Sunday about his health issues.”
“Betty and Family, Our condolences to the family and friends… We were so sorry to hear of Tinks passing away.. If there is anything we can do for you please let me know…”
“Betty, I am so sorry to hear about your husband. I will keep you in my prayers. “
“Betty, David & Lisa: We are very sorry about Tink passing away. He lived along life loving you all! He’s now soaring the heavenly sky as a Angel! God Bless!”
“So sorry to hear of Tink’s passing. He always had a story to tell and was such an enjoyable person. He will be missed by all that knew him. Keep his memories close. He’ll be watching from Heaven.”
“Betty ,I’m sorry to hear that Tink has passed. But, he is now in a better place no more pain and suffering. God Bless.”
“Betty and family—Sorry to hear about Tinks. You may not remember me. I worked with you at the bank many moons ago, and I remember the fun times we had with you and Tinks. We will keep you in our prayers. So Sorry! “
“Betty, I am so sorry to hear about Tink. You and I were just talking about him last weekend at the Apple Festival. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“Dave, I am very sorry to hear about your dad. I know you will miss him. Take care and if you need anything just let us know. “
“So sorry to all the family. I will always remember the dances that we all used to go to. Those were the days! The Paul Jones’, Oh My! God bless Tink and his family. “
“”Betty and family—Sorry to hear about Tinks he was good man. I worked with him in carpen ter shop at pax river. Alway’s had a good time and been good friends for MANY YEARS. “
“Betty and family, We were sorry to hear of Tinks’ passing. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless and watch over you all.”
“David and the Farrell Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. There are no words … just know that he will always be with you, watching and protecting. Remember all of the happy times that you shared with him. May God bless you all.”
“Betty, Lisa and David: We are so sorry to hear about Tink’s passing. He loved his family and the nature around him. He will be watching over all of you in God’s hands. You all made him so happy! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless! “
“Aunt Betty, I am soo sorry to hear about Uncle Tinky passing. He is now in a better place and is not suffering. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this diffcult time. God Bless! “
“My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“Betty, Lisa, David & Family: We are extremely saddened by the death of Tink. May God be with you as you grieve the loss of your loved one. We’ve known Tink for a long long time, and feel bad that we will be unable to attend any of the services for him but he will be in our prayers and thoughts. Remember you will always have your cherished memories. As long as you have those memories the people we love will live on in our hearts and minds. Take care and stay close to your love ones. Love, Doris and Skip Jones”
“Betty, David and Lisa, our thoughts and prayers are with you. All of you are a part of our family.. Tink is up there with Mom now catching up on things.. I will never forget all the laughs we have had listening to Tinks stories.. What a story teller he was. My two sons really enjoyed it when him and Daddy would get together and tell their stories. God Bless all of you. Love Janet & Vance Deniston”
“Betty: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this dificult time.”
“David and family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you during this time. Mr. Farrell is now an angel in heaven watching over his beloved family. Please let us know if we can help you in any way. David, you would be the first one in line to help us and would be there in a moments notice, please know that we are here for you all as well. Our love to you and your family, Bonnie and Randy Oliver “
“Betty, Lisa, & David, Our neighborhood has lost another fine gentlemen. The Abell and Farrell families have known each other for generations. It is the memories of our families and those loved ones that have gone before us that warm our hearts. Keep your memories close and know we are very close by if there is anything our family can do for you. “
“Lisa and Family, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.”
“David,I am sorry for your loss if you need anything just ask.”
“Mrs. Farrell and family – sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Farrell was always a friendly and gracious Southern Maryland gentleman and my dad has lost a good friend.”
“Betty, David & Lisa: This has been a long journey for all of you and you traveled it together. Mr. Farrell was surely blessed with a loving and devoted family; he could not have asked for more. May God and your many friends be of comfort in your sorrow. “
“Betty & Family, Sorry to hear about Mr.Farrell’s passing. Deepest condolences to each and everyone of you. May he rest in peace. “
“”Betty, Lisa and David, I am very sorry to hear about the passing of “Tink”. We will keep you guys in our prayers. ” “
“Betty aand Family; May the Good Lord Bless and kept you all the days of life. Jenny and I were so sorry to hear of the passing of Tink. We all know that he had not been well for a long time. Just remember all of the good time and memories that you have and theh Lord will bless you. May He Rest In Piece.”
“David and Family, We are sory to hear of your loss. Mr. Farrell was a very nice man and was always willing to help anyone. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all. If you need anything let us know.”
“Lisa. I am so sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. “
“To the Farrell family, I am sorry to hear about Tink, We find no matter what age we are, young or old, God has his plans Keep you all in my prayers, Jo Allen (Cusic)”
“I’m sure I speak for my parents, Wilmer and Lorraine Bailey, when I say we are so sorry for your loss. Tink’s brother, Bill, was a big part of our lives and we certainly do miss him. God bless the Farrell family, you are all in our thoughts.”
“Betty, Lisa & David, so sorry to hear about Tink. I have fond memories of him from my childhood when I used to come over the house. You are in my prayers.”
“For the entire Farrell Clan- We wish to extend our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. May God’s Grace and Peace shine upon you, and may the love from family and friends bring you together in comfort, now and in the days ahead. “
“To the Farrell Family: You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”